What is family arbitration? It is a way for financial disputes to be decided outside the court system. Arbitration is quicker and cheaper than having a dispute decided by the courts. The Arbitrator makes a decision and records that in an Award. That Award is then turned into a court order and …
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‘No fault’ divorce: time for reform
On Saturday 15 September 2018, the Ministry of Justice (MoJ) launched a consultation project for the reform of our divorce laws. The MoJ is inviting all interested parties from solicitors, barristers and member of the public to comment and express their views. You can give your views on …
Divorce and ‘unreasonable behaviour’
Big decision in Family Law from the Supreme Court today involving Mrs. Tini Owens, Mr Hugh Owens and Resolution. What’s it about? The interpretation of section 1(2)(b) Matrimonial Causes Act 1973, which is basically about the behaviour of one party towards another and the effect that behaviour …